How to write an essay

Introduction

Definition. Give examples (if any).

Paragraphs

Point
This is because...
This means that...
Therefore...
However...
This means that...

For example,

An increase in interest rates may lead to a reduction in inflation. This is because an increase in interest rates may act as an incentive for people to save. This means that less money is being spent into the economy. Therefore, the general level of prices may reduce. However, if interest rates increase, this may lead to an increase in the amount of people's savings. This means that people may have more disposable income to spend back into the economy and therefore the general level of prices may increase.

Conclusion

Summarise the essay and give overall point (based on question).